Rapid SMS (Short Message Service) survey conducted in South Africa conducted among pregnant women and mothers registered with the MomConnect mhealth platform in South Africa. This national survey was conducted in June (n=3140) with a follow up in July (n=2287). The survey collected data from pregnant women and new mothers in South Africa on how the Coronavirus pandemic has affected their health including their access to health care. The surveys collected data on nutrition, depressive symptoms, access to antenatal care, vaccinations, and ART. Data on impediments to access was collected by asking the respondents who did not access care or collect their medicine, why they did not do so. Responses included fears about contracting COVID-19, problems with available transport, long waiting times, or stock-outs at the facility.
